Sneaky Animals
What’s inside...
Sneaky Animals is an engaging non-fiction reader that explores various sneaky animals around the world, showcasing their unique abilities to camouflage and outwit predators or prey. The book is part of the Reading Ladder series, designed to help children enjoy learning to read with well-loved authors, classic characters, and exciting topics. Level 3 titles like this one are perfect for fluent readers beginning to read challenging books independently. It features detailed illustrations, a glossary, index, technical language, and a rich vocabulary to enhance the reading experience. The book is developed with a literacy consultant, making it ideal for use in schools and for parents supporting their children’s reading.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sneaky tricks did the animals use in the story? How do you think these tricks help them in the wild?
Which animal was your favorite, and why?
Can you think of a time when you had to be sneaky like one of the animals?
How do the actions of the sneaky animals affect the other characters in the book?
If you could add another sneaky animal to the story, which animal would it be and what would they do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion with your child by recalling key events about the sneaky behaviors of the animals, setting the stage for reflective thinking.
Encourage your child to relate the actions of the animals to real-life situations, fostering deeper understanding and personal connection.
Ask open-ended questions that require more than a yes or no answer to encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Use expressive reading techniques like changing your tone and pace when discussing sneaky actions to make the conversation more engaging.
Praise your child’s responses to boost their confidence and promote a positive and iterative dialogue about the book’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: In the story, the animals learn that being sneaky and dishonest leads to confusion and mistrust among friends.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding the value of honesty in building trustful and lasting relationships with their peers.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The animals realize that working together helps them solve problems faster and more efficiently than when they work alone.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the significance of collaborating with others, whether in school projects or during playtime, to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences
Explanation: As the animals interact, they learn to appreciate the unique traits of each member of their group.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace and respect the differences in people around them, promoting inclusivity and understanding.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, the animals encounter various challenges that they must overcome by thinking critically and creatively.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in a child’s day-to-day challenges, encouraging them to approach obstacles with a problem-solving mindset.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: The sneaky actions of the animals lead to various consequences, teaching them about cause and effect.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to think before they act, understanding that their actions will lead to outcomes that affect themselves and others.